In this GIMP tutorial I show you the basics of how to remove an object from an image and replace it with a background. An overview of the steps:
1. Copy-paste a bunch of new layers from the background using the Free Select tool
2. Add layer masks to get rid of hard edges
3. Combine all the layers with Layer from Visible
4. Use the Smudge tool to blur any remaining hard edges
Tip: Use the Layer Transform Flip Horizontal effect to make things like background trees seem different. You can tell a bad photoshop by repetition, so try to get rid of repetitive elements!

GIMP tutorials photo editing - Background Removal Video

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GIMP 2.6 tutorial for beginners - Background Removal. This GIMP tutorial demonstrates how to remove the background from an image. The tips and tricks in this tutorial can be useful for other drawings as well. GIMP version 2.6.11 was used for this video.
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GIMP 2.8 Tutorial - Insect Video

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This GIMP tutorial demonstrates how to create an image of an insect. GIMP version 2.8.0 was used for this video. This is a good tutorial for beginners as well as more advanced users to.
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